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Had a chance to put about 20 miles on an 1198 and 20 miles on a 999 Saturday on some freshly paved roads near the coast. The 1198 was about what I expected (I had ridden a 1098 streetfighter a couple years back at Moto Milano), tons of power and a beautiful bike in every way. The 999 was very different, but I really like the way this bike made it's power - smoothly. Both had Termi's and the sound was incredible. Getting back on my GSXR was painful, and it was one of those moments when you realize you really shouldn't have ridden someone else's bike because yours suddenly sucks.
So now I want a Ducati. I did own a TLR for several years and dont want anything to do with that bike or an RC51. I don't have much experience with Ducati's other than the two listed above and a short loop on a 748R a couple years ago (that bike was not for me). I think if I was going to buy a recent model it might be the Streetfighter though I'd have to ride it again. The only thing making me hesitate on that choice is the styling still strikes me as a bit wonky...I have seen some Monsters that look really good to me, but I am not familiar with the engine choices and which model would have the grunt at least similar to the 999. Any suggestions or is no Monster option going to compare?
Thanks